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At Affpilot, owned and operated by Affpilot LTD., we are committed to protecting your privacy and building your trust. This Privacy Policy explains in clear terms how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use Affpilot, our AI-powered blogging automation platform designed for affiliate marketers, content creators, and SEO professionals. Whether you’re a blogger using our tool, a digital marketer managing multiple websites, or a visitor exploring affpilot.com, this policy applies to you.
This Privacy Policy is not legal advice. Please ensure that your data practices comply with your local laws. If needed, consult a legal professional.
This policy reflects how Affpilot collects and uses data from our platform users. If you embed Affpilot into a third-party service or use third-party tools with our platform, you are responsible for making sure those tools align with your privacy obligations.
If we update this policy, we’ll notify you via email or through a notice on our website.
For any questions, contact us at: support@affpilot.com
1. Who We Are
Affpilot is an AI-powered SaaS platform that helps users automate the creation and publishing of SEO-optimized blog content for affiliate and informational websites. We serve individual bloggers, affiliate marketers, SEO agencies, and entrepreneurs looking to grow content at scale.
1.1 Key User Types
- Blogger: Uses Affpilot to write and auto-publish blog articles on their website.
- Affiliate Marketer: Uses Affpilot to generate and optimize content for affiliate product reviews.
- Agency/Team Owner: Manages multiple projects and team members through Affpilot.
- Visitor: Browses our marketing website or learns more about our services.
1.2 Data Responsibilities
- Affpilot (Data Controller & Processor): We process and store user information to provide core platform services, run analytics, and offer support.
- User Responsibility: Users who collect data through their Affpilot-published blogs are responsible for providing privacy policies to their site visitors.
1.3 Data Protection Oversight
We manage our data protection practices internally and perform audits regularly. Contact: support@affpilot.com for any privacy concerns.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect information to provide, secure, and improve our services.
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Details: Name, email, password, business name (if applicable), website URL.
- Billing Info: Payment details processed securely via Stripe or other third-party processors.
- Support Data: Information you provide when contacting our team via email, live chat, or feedback forms.
- Content Preferences: Topics, niches, or affiliate programs entered during content generation.
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
- Usage Data: Page visits, button clicks, session duration, user flows—collected via cookies and tools like Google Analytics.
- Device Info: IP address, device type, OS, browser, location (country-level).
- Log Data: Access logs, error reports, crash diagnostics.
2.3 Information from Third Parties
- Payment Processors: Stripe or other gateways provide billing and transaction records.
- Analytics Services: We collect anonymous usage metrics from platforms like Google Analytics and Mixpanel.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
- Create/manage user accounts (Legal Basis: Contract).
- Deliver AI-generated content (Legal Basis: Contract).
- Auto-publish blog posts to connected websites (Legal Basis: Contract).
- Provide customer support (Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest).
- Improve platform functionality via analytics (Legal Basis: Legitimate Interest).
- Send updates or promotions (Legal Basis: Consent, where required).
- Prevent misuse and ensure platform security (Legal Basis: Legal Obligation).
4. How We Share Your Data
We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:
- Service Providers: Stripe (payments), Google Cloud (hosting), Postmark (emails), Crisp (live chat), etc.
- Legal Authorities: If required to comply with law or protect user safety.
- Business Transfers: Your data may be transferred in case of a merger, acquisition, or sale, with prior notice.
All partners are bound by data protection agreements.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and tracking pixels to:
- Maintain sessions and logins.
- Understand user behavior for product improvements.
- Show relevant promotions.
You can control cookies via browser settings or opt-out tools. Visit: www.allaboutcookies.org
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access your data.
- Correct inaccurate data.
- Delete your data.
- Export your data (data portability).
- Restrict/Opt-out of certain uses.
To exercise rights, log in to your dashboard or contact: support@affpilot.com
7. Data Security
We use industry best practices:
- HTTPS encryption
- Secure login/authentication
- Secure Stripe billing
- Activity monitoring and breach response
In case of a breach, we notify affected users and authorities within 72 hours (as required).
8. International Data Transfers
Data may be processed outside your home country. We use:
- Standard Contractual Clauses for EU users.
- Appropriate safeguards for international transfers.
9. Data Retention
We retain:
- User data: Until account is deleted.
- Content & project data: 1 year after account deletion.
- Billing & transactional data: For tax/legal obligations.
To delete your account, email: support@affpilot.com
10. Third-Party Services
Affpilot connects with third-party tools (e.g., Stripe, Google Analytics). These services have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their handling of your data.
11. Google API Data and Limited Use Policy
Affpilot uses Google APIs (e.g., Blogger API, Google Search Console) to enable publishing and tracking features. We comply with Google API Services User Data Policy and only request permissions required to provide services.
12. Automated Decision-Making
We use automation to:
- Detecting suspicious usage.
- Improve AI content results.
All major decisions are subject to human review. You can object by contacting us.
13. Complaints
If you have concerns about how we handle your data, email us. If unsatisfied, you may contact your local data protection authority.
14. Children’s Privacy
Affpilot is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted data, contact us to remove it.
15. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Changes will be communicated via email or on our site. Please check the “Last Updated” date.
16. Regional Privacy Notice (USA – e.g., California CCPA)
If you’re in California or certain U.S. states, you may:
- Know what data we collect.
- Delete your personal info.
- Opt-Out of certain data uses (we do not “sell” data).
- Not be discriminated against for exercising rights.
To exercise your rights: support@affpilot.com
17. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your rights:
Email: support@affpilot.com
Address: Affpilot LTD., 23 Albert Rd, Harrow, HA2 6PS, United Kingdom.
If you’re not satisfied, you can contact your local data protection authority.